AIDE I

Catalog description

This course reviews the theoretical bases underlying community diagnosis and community organizing, provides students with the opportunity to develop specific skills in community assessment, and assists in assessing the personal and professional challenges faced when working in diverse communities. The course also teaches students how to make decisions about the types of theory-based programs or strategies to implement based on both the community's perspective as well as need (evidence), enhancing the likelihood of intervention effectiveness. Offered every fall.